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How much tax do I pay on side hustle income?

Quick Answer

Side hustle net profit (revenue minus expenses) is hit with both your marginal federal income tax rate AND 15.3% self-employment tax. A 22% bracket worker pays roughly 37% combined federal on each net dollar before state tax.

Side hustle effective tax rate stacking income tax and SE tax.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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